As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Science Engineer in Boston, MA is $126,861, equivalent to $61 per hour, $2,440 weekly, or $10,572 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Science Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Science Engineer in Boston, MA vary widely, spanning from $108,573 to $147,466. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($117,288) and 75th percentile ($137,646), while top earners (90th percentile) make $147,466 per year. This $20,358 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Computer Vision, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Boston Science Engineer often earn 2.5% higher than national averages. However, Boston currently ranks 62 statewide for Science Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Science Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $108,573 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $117,288 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $126,861 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $137,646 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Science Engineer Salary $147,466 Boston, MA April 01, 2026
25% $117,288 10% $108,573 90% $147,466 75% $137,646 $126,861 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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